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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual ODK U500 Electric Bicycle Ownerʼs Manual Juiced Riders Inc. 8724 Approach Road, San Diego, CA 92154, U.S.A. mail@juicedriders.com / Tel: +1 (619) 746-8877 / JuicedRiders.com...
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual How to use your electric bicycle The U500 works a lot like a normal bicycle. The main difference is the inclusion of a battery and motor system. A twist throttle controls how much assistance the motor provides.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual The battery should be locked to the bike and the key removed before riding. Notice: Put the keys in a safe place as it will be very difficult to get a replacement. Starting your electric bicycle Push the red ON/OFF button once.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Speed settings The farther you twist the throttle backwards, the faster bike will travel. You can select between Low, Medium and High speed settings by pressing the MODE button. The approximate top speeds under the three settings are shown below.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Controlling the bike under breaking When you squeeze the lever, the brake pad will make contact the disk rotor and reduce the speed of the bike. The front brake has more stopping power than the rear brake.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Shifting the gears You can select a comfortable gear to pedal in using the left twist gear shifter. Twisting the shifter backward will select an higher gear for moving at faster speeds. Twisting the shifter forwards will select a lower gear used for climbing hills and starts.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual How to read the battery level There are 4 LED lights on the display panel which will give you an indication of the batteryʼs voltage. The voltage will decrease temporarily when using the throttle.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Notice: The batteryʼs charge state can not be read accurately when using the throttle to propel the bicycle. Depleting the battery's charge Eventually the battery will become depleted when riding. The power and speed will feel reduced.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Plug the charger into an 110V electrical outlet and insert the round connector into the charge terminal on the battery pack. The battery may need up to 6-8 hours to charge if it is fully depleted.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual How to remove the battery pack The battery pack is the most expensive and sensitive component of the electric bicycle. Take care when handling the battery pack. To remove the battery from the bicycle, insert the key and turn it counter-clockwise.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Using the handle at the rear of the battery pack, carefully pull and slide the battery out completely. Handle the battery pack securely with both hands. Do not snatch the battery by the handle. If the battery does not come out, it may be locked.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Understanding your electric vehicleʼs range All electric bicycles have a riding range that can vary greatly depending on how it is ridden, terrain, payload and wind. After a few rides, you will get a sense of the vehicles range.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual How to remove the fuse The battery has a fuse to protect against overload. To replace the fuse. first remove the battery pack, Locate the fuse holder at the front of battery enclosure.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Taking care of your electric bicycle. Electric bicycles will travel many more miles than normal bicycles. The weight is heavier and average speed is much faster than what you may be used to.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Every 500 miles: Check for tire wear, replace the tire if the tread appears to be worn. The rear tire will wear 3x faster than the front tire as the motor powers the rear wheel.
ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Changing the Rear tire The tire can be changed without disconnecting the motor cable. Turn the bicycle upside down and lay it flat on the ground. Use a 18 mm wrench to loosen both nuts on the axle. Cut the zip ties retaining the motor cable to the frame.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Important Safety Information Basic Bicycle Safety • Always wear a helmet. • Use a light and wear reflective clothing when riding at night. • Reduce speed when riding on a wet surface. • Properly inflate tires.
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Battery Safety Information • Use only the charger supplied with bicycle. • Improper usage can cause explosion or fire. • Do not short-circuit terminals. • Do not use if temperature is over 60 C (140 F) •...
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Technical Specifications...
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ODK U500 Electric Bicycle - User Manual Warranty information Juiced Riders Inc. provides a Limited Warranty for one year covering the frame, components, and electronics including the battery. A battery pack that has been damaged, disassembled, submerged in liquid, used to power another device, or short-circuited will void the battery Warranty.
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